1. Account Creation and Platform Navigation
Begin by registering on Orientdig's official website. The interface supports multiple languages including English, eliminating the language barrier that typically complicates direct Weidian purchases. Unlike some competitors, Orientdig doesn't require identity verification for standard purchases under $500 USD.
Currency conversion tools are built into the dashboard, allowing you to estimate costs in your local currency. According to user reports, their real-time exchange rates are consistently 0.5-1.2% more favorable than standard bank rates when converting between CNY and foreign currencies.
2. Product Research and Selection
While searching Weidian for Rado watches, cross-reference models with the database at finds.cheap
- Market price fluctuations of Rado series within Chinese platforms
- Authenticity verification markers specific to Rado's China-market models
- Average shipping weight for different watch collections to help estimate logistics costs
The spreadsheet's most recent update (March 2024) shows that Weidian vendors offer certain Rado models (like the Diaster collection) at prices 25-35% lower than European retailers after accounting for all fees.
3. Placing Your Order Through Orientdig
Enter the Weidian product URL into Orientdig's order form. Their system automatically extracts:
- Seller reputation metrics invisible to foreign IP addresses
- Historical price tracking data
- Alternative listings from certified merchants for price comparison
One unique feature is Orientdig's "Watch Specialist" service (¥40 additional fee) where trained horologists examine high-resolution images of the actual watch you're purchasing, verifying authenticity markers that general shopping agents might miss.